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Newspaper
Russell Banner
Location
Russell, Manitoba, Canada
Date
May 11, 1916
Page
6
A humorist tricks an Irishman by swapping a shilling for eight pence in coins prompting a jab about the value of the shilling. The scene contrasts with a report that Britain plans to hire 400,000 women to replace male agricultural workers drafted for service.
An ally newspaper will be started by German prisoners of war at Fort Henry Ontario. The project aims to publish local news and perspectives from internees while under wartime supervision and support from camp authorities.
A promotional note touts Nerviline as a guaranteed remedy for neuralgia and other pains. It claims rapid soothing of pain when applied to the sore spot, with large bottles sold for 50 cents and trial sizes for 25 cents from Catarrhozone Co. in Kingston, Canada.
Susie explains at length a lunchtime dispute between her milk and a pickle. The milk demands the pickle vacate, the pickle refuses, and the quarrel escalates into an “awful fuss.” Susie tearfully reflects on the event and vows better behavior.
An old saying notes a reckless man will pawn anything for a drink. The proverb underscores rash behavior and poor judgment in pursuit of alcohol.
Spring weakness crowds in as indoor, overheated spaces strain health. Dr Williams Pink Pills are promoted as a blood enriching tonic preventing anaemia nervous debility and other spring illnesses. A testimonial from Mrs Hughes of Hazenmore endorses relief after taking the pills. Sold by medicine dealers or The Williams Medicine Co Brockville 60 cents a box six for 2.50.
An order in council extends the industrial disputes act from public utilities to all Canadian firms producing war materials. When ten or more workers demand it, a board of conciliation must be used to investigate wages and conditions. Disputes go to a three person arbitration tribunal. until decided there can be no strikes or lockouts in munitions plants.
A cure claim states rheumatism stems from impurities in blood due to liver and kidney faults. Uric acid taints blood causing joint pain. the ad asserts Parmelee's Vegetable Pills have effected many remarkable cures and invites a trial to prove their value.
Since the war began the National Land Council of England has trained over 490 women in stock breeding fruit and market gardening and placed more than 2000 in ordinary farm work and market gardening. They are now organizing individuals and groups for spring and summer work.
The directive prohibits public mourning in Germany and forbids displaying wounded or crippled soldiers in the capital and major towns. Soldiers may appear only when they can wear uniforms properly and in a military, decent manner.
About thirty four thousand four hundred seventy two military age citizens in the United States have received military training while outside the armed forces. The figure indicates organized preparation beyond active service, reflecting widespread civilian training programs.
In Hudson Massachusetts a hawk that killed farm hens becomes a protest object against saloon influence. Farmers publicly destroy the hawk and oppose licensing it, arguing the need to curb the saloon destroying families and livelihoods.
Wart on the hands is a disfigurement that troubles many ladies. Holoway's Corn Cure will remove the blemishes without pain.
The article explains Portugal's alliance with Britain and potential wartime roles. It notes Portugal could contribute up to 75,000 troops, but naval power is weak. Likely action would be to allow bases and colonial holdings to the Allies and seize German ships with strategic value.
Stave Island in the St. Lawrence river has been selected by the militia department as a rest retreat and summer home for convalescent soldiers. The approval designates the island as a peaceful retreat area to aid recuperation away from active service.
Cartoon caption tone comments on human nature and choice in a humorous, provocative jab at conventional wisdom. A witty Jef-Why style line questions nature and teeth as a social metaphor.
Personal testimonials from J M Campbell and Geo Tingley claim cures for acute bronchitis facial neuralgia and chronic rheumatism using Minard's Liniment in Bay of Islands and Albert Co New Brunswick.
A reader nicknamed The Weary One asks about age limits and capability for heavy labor, questioning what tasks remain suitable when military service seems impractical. The exchange hints at adaptions or alternative work in a community context.
Dr. Thomas Eclectric Oil is praised as a versatile remedy rather than a cure all. The text asserts its varied uses and standing above competitors, claiming widespread familiarity among users who have tested its virtues.
At outbreak of war eighty British merchant ships were interned and three captured, totaling 180,714 tons. The figures pertain to ships held in German ports and describe the overall tonnage involved.
A traveling preacher in a town famed for horse racing denounces the sport with vigor. The church patron, who often attends races, is told the dig touched his weakness. The patron replies the sermon was not likely to offend him, noting it’s a poor sermon that doesn’t hit somewhere.
A dated medical advertisement claims Dr. Hamilton's Pills cure biliousness by addressing constipation and liver action. It asserts permanent relief rather than temporary purges and promotes a 25 cent box for prevention of headaches and bad stomach.
The document states that native Canadians have answered the call of Canada and the empire with notable readiness and sacrifice. It notes proportional contributions comparable to other groups and emphasizes actual sacrifices exceeding those of other elements in Canada.
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